Bivalirudin interactions
Bivalirudin (Angiomax), an anticoagulant has 198 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 15 major, 158 moderate, 21 minor, and 4 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.
Interactions from the label
Major interactions (15)
Warfarin Potentiates anticoagulant response and can result in serious or fatal bleeding. (Amiodarone label, Drug interactions)
If anticoagulation with ELIQUIS is discontinued for a reason other than pathological bleeding or completion of a course of therapy, consider coverage with another anticoagulant [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , and Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . (Apixaban label, Boxed warning)
To reduce this risk, consider coverage with another anticoagulant if PRADAXA is discontinued for a reason other than pathological bleeding or completion of a course of therapy ( 2.6 , 2.7 , 2.8 , 5.1 ). (Dabigatran label, Boxed warning)
In these patients another anticoagulant should be used ( 5.1 ). (Edoxaban label, Boxed warning)
…Voxilaprevir ↓ velpatasvir ↓ voxilaprevir Coadministration of efavirenz and sofosbuvir/velpatasvir/voxilaprevir is not recommended because it may result in loss of therapeutic effect of sofosbuvir/velpatasvir/voxilaprevir Other agents Anticoagulant:Warfarin ↑ or ↓ warfarin Monitor international normalised ratio (INR) and adjust warfarin dosage if necessary. (Efavirenz label, Drug interactions)
Among patients who experienced an AST, one fatality (0.03%) occurred in a bivalirudin treated patient and one fatality (0.03%) in a heparin treated patient. (Bivalirudin label, Warnings and precautions)
Unless contraindicated, administer anticoagulant therapy to patients receiving VELETRI to reduce the risk of pulmonary thromboembolism or systemic embolism through a patent foramen ovale. (Epoprostenol label, Warnings and precautions)
…use of indwelling epidural catheters • concomitant use of other drugs that affect hemostasis, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), platelet inhibitors, or other anticoagulants • a history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal puncture • a history of spinal deformity or spinal surgery • Optimal timing between the administration of fondaparinux… (Fondaparinux label, Boxed warning)
Among patients who experienced an AST, one fatality (0.03%) occurred in a bivalirudin treated patient and one fatality (0.03%) in a heparin treated patient. (Bivalirudin label, Warnings and precautions)
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets Ticagrelor Contraindicated during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)
…Antipsychotics Haloperidol Decrease plasma concentrations by 70% Lurasidone Prevention or Management: Concomitant use is contraindicated (See CONTRAINDICATIONS ) Decrease exposure Oral Anticoagulants Prevention or Management: Perform prothrombin time daily or as frequently as necessary to establish and maintain the required dose of anticoagulant Warfarin Decrease… (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)
If anticoagulation with XARELTO is discontinued for a reason other than pathological bleeding or completion of a course of therapy, consider coverage with another anticoagulant [see Dosage and Administration (2.3 , 2.4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , and Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . (Rivaroxaban label, Boxed warning)
For women with DCIS and for the reduction in breast cancer incidence in women at high risk, tamoxifen is contraindicated in women who require concomitant warfarin-type anticoagulant therapy or in women with a history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus. (Tamoxifen label, Warnings and precautions)
Moderate interactions (158)
- AcetaminophenModerate
Chronic oral acetaminophen use at a dose of 4,000 mg/day has been shown to cause an increase in international normalized ratio (INR) in some patients who have been stabilized on sodium warfarin as an anticoagulant. (Acetaminophen label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy, concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Acetaminophen and ibuprofen label, Warnings and precautions)
Dicumarol Clinical Impact Allopurinol tablets prolongs the half-life of the anticoagulant, dicumarol. (Allopurinol label, Drug interactions)
• Injection site bleeding may occur in patients taking anticoagulants, such as warfarin or heparin. (Alprostadil label, Warnings and precautions)
- AlteplaseModerate
…hemorrhagic ophthalmic conditions Septic thrombophlebitis or occluded AV cannula at seriously infected site Advanced age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5) ] Patients currently receiving anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin sodium) Any other condition in which bleeding constitutes a significant hazard or would be particularly difficult to manage because of its location. (Alteplase label, Warnings and precautions)
Concomitant use of amoxicillin and oral anticoagulants may increase the prolongation of prothrombin time. (Amoxicillin label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant use Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Extended Release Tablets and oral anticoagulants may increase the prolongation of prothrombin time. (Amoxicillin and clavulanate label, Drug interactions)
Monitor patients for bleeding, including those receiving concomitant therapy with other drugs known to cause bleeding (e.g., anticoagulants, PDE3 inhibitors, NSAIDs, antiplatelet agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) [see Drug Interactions (7.3) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Anagrelide label, Warnings and precautions)
Concomitant use of argatroban with antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, and other anticoagulants may increase the risk of bleeding. (Argatroban label, Warnings and precautions)
The chance is higher if you are age 60 or older take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take more or for a longer time than directed take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]… (Aspirin label, Warnings)
Risk factors for bleeding include the use of other drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (e.g., anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, heparin, anagrelide, fibrinolytic therapy, and chronic use of NSAIDs) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. (Aspirin and dipyridamole label, Warnings and precautions)
• Proguanil may potentiate anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other coumarin-based anticoagulants. (Atovaquone and proguanil label, Drug interactions)
Prothrombin times should be carefully monitored while patients are receiving azithromycin and oral anticoagulants concomitantly. (Azithromycin label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant administration of betaxolol with the oral anticoagulant warfarin has been shown not to potentiate the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. (Betaxolol label, Drug interactions)
Closely monitor the Prothrombin Time (PT) and International Normalized Ratio (INR), and adjust the anticoagulant dose as needed. (Bicalutamide label, Warnings and precautions)
Metronidazole has been reported to potentiate the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, and other oral coumarin anticoagulants, resulting in a prolongation of prothrombin time. (Bismuth subcitrate, metronidazole, and tetracycline label, Warnings and precautions)
Butalbital, Aspirin, and Caffeine Capsules may enhance the effects of: Oral anticoagulants, causing bleeding by inhibiting prothrombin formation in the liver and displacing anticoagulants from plasma protein binding sites. (Butalbital, aspirin, and caffeine label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants Clinical Impact: Aspirin may enhance the effects of anticoagulants. (Butalbital, aspirin, caffeine, and codeine label, Drug interactions)
Closely monitor for adverse reactions of CYP2C9 substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used concomitantly with XELODA (e.g., anticoagulants, antidiabetic drugs). (Capecitabine label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin (CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 Substrate) Through induction of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, EQUETRO decreases the concentration of warfarin and decreases its anticoagulant effectiveness. (Carbamazepine label, Drug interactions)
Those at risk include patients with renal or hepatic impairment or poor nutritional state, as well as patients receiving a protracted course of antimicrobial therapy, and patients previously stabilized on anticoagulant therapy. (Cefazolin label, Warnings and precautions)
Those at risk include patients with renal or hepatic impairment, or poor nutritional state, as well as patients receiving a protracted course of antimicrobial therapy, and patients previously stabilized on anticoagulant therapy. (Cefixime label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants; or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Celecoxib label, Warnings and precautions)
Those at risk include patients with renal or hepatic impairment, or poor nutritional state, as well as patients receiving a protracted course of antibacterial therapy, and patients receiving anticoagulant therapy. (Cephalexin label, Warnings and precautions)
Drug Interactions Cimetidine tablets, apparently through an effect on certain microsomal enzyme systems, has been reported to reduce the hepatic metabolism of warfarin-type anticoagulants, phenytoin, propranolol, nifedipine, chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, certain tricyclic antidepressants, lidocaine, theophylline, and metronidazole, thereby delaying elimination… (Cimetidine label, Drug interactions)
Anti-coagulant drugs Use with caution (Increase in anticoagulant effect) The risk may vary with the underlying infection, age and general status of the patient so that the contribution of ciprofloxacin to the increase in INR (international normalized ratio) is difficult to assess. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk. (Citalopram label, Warnings and precautions)
Oral Anticoagulants: There is a risk of serious hemorrhage and significant elevations in INR and prothrombin time when clarithromycin is co-administered with warfarin. (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)
Risk factors for bleeding include concomitant use of other drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (e.g., anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, and chronic use of NSAIDs) [see Drug Interactions (7.4 , 7.5 , 7.6 , 7.7) ]. (Clopidogrel label, Warnings and precautions)
Monitor anticoagulant activity closely in patients receiving warfarin or other coumarins. (Cyclophosphamide label, Drug interactions)
- DasatinibModerate
Use caution if used concomitantly with medications that inhibit platelet function or anticoagulants. (Dasatinib label, Warnings and precautions)
The risk of GI hemorrhage may be increased when administering Exjade in combination with drugs that have ulcerogenic or hemorrhagic potential, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, oral bisphosphonates, or anticoagulants. (Deferasirox label, Warnings and precautions)
Drug Interactions Because tetracyclines have been shown to depress plasma prothrombin activity, patients who are on anticoagulant therapy may require downward adjustment of their anticoagulant dosage. (Demeclocycline label, Drug interactions)
• Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, NSAIDs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.4 ). (Desvenlafaxine label, Warnings and precautions)
( 5.3 ) • Venous and Arterial Thromboembolism: Risk increased; consider anticoagulant prophylaxis and monitor for evidence of thromboembolism. (Dexamethasone label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Diclofenac label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Diclofenac and misoprostol label, Warnings and precautions)
Dicloxacillin may reduce the anticoagulant response to dicumarol and warfarin. (Dicloxacillin label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Diflunisal label, Warnings)
It may be necessary to adjust the dosage of oral anticoagulants upon beginning or stopping disulfiram, since disulfiram may prolong prothrombin time. (Disulfiram label, Drug interactions)
The therapeutic relevance of this is unknown; however, coagulation tests should be monitored if valproate therapy is instituted in patients taking anticoagulants. (Divalproex (valproate) label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant medications were grouped as ACE inhibitors, oral anticoagulants, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, cardiac glycosides, inducers of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of P-glycoprotein, nitrates, sulphonylureas, loop diuretics, potassium sparing diuretics, thiazide diuretics, substrates and inhibitors of tubular… (Dofetilide label, Drug interactions)
Patients who are on anticoagulant therapy may require downward adjustment of their anticoagulant dosage. (Doxycycline label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant use of antiplatelet drugs and anticoagulants may increase this risk. (Duloxetine label, Warnings and precautions)
- 7.1 Warfarin Concomitant administration of econazole and warfarin has resulted in enhancement of anticoagulant effect. (Econazole label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant Drug Class: Drug Name Effect Clinical Comment Anticoagulant: Warfarin ↑ or ↓ warfarin Monitor INR and adjust warfarin dosage if necessary. (Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants: Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) apixaban rivaroxaban betrixaban dabigatran edoxaban ↑ apixaban Due to potentially increased bleeding risk, dosing recommendations for coadministration with GENVOYA depends on the apixaban dose. (Elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir label, Drug interactions)
Use of Thrombolytics, Anticoagulants, and Other Antiplatelet Agents Risk factors for bleeding include older age, a history of bleeding disorders, and concomitant use of drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (thrombolytics, oral anticoagulants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and P2Y 12 inhibitors). (Eptifibatide label, Warnings and precautions)
- ErlotinibModerate
• Hemorrhage in patients taking warfarin: Regularly monitor INR in patients taking warfarin or other coumarin-derivative anticoagulants. (Erlotinib label, Warnings and precautions)
There have been reports of increased anticoagulant effects when erythromycin and oral anticoagulants were used concomitantly. (Erythromycin label, Drug interactions)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)
Drug Interactions (Androgens) Anticoagulants: C-17 substituted derivatives of testosterone, such as methandrostenolone, have been reported to decrease the anticoagulant requirements of patients receiving oral anticoagulants. (Esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone label, Drug interactions)
A number of drugs, including ethacrynic acid, have been shown to displace warfarin from plasma protein; a reduction in the usual anticoagulant dosage may be required in patients receiving both drugs. (Ethacrynic acid label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Etodolac label, Warnings)
Anticoagulant : warfarin ↑ anticoagulants Warfarin concentrations may be increased when co-administered with Etravirine. (Etravirine label, Drug interactions)
Coumarin Anticoagulants: Obtain INR before VYTORIN initiation and monitor INR during VYTORIN dosage initiation or adjustment. (Ezetimibe and simvastatin label, Drug interactions)
Increased Bleeding Risk with Coumarin Anticoagulants Exercise caution when co-administering anticoagulants with fenofibrate capsules because of the potentiation of coumarin-type anticoagulant effects in prolonging the prothrombin time/International Normalized Ratio (PT/INR). (Fenofibrate label, Warnings and precautions)
Increased Bleeding Risk with Coumarin Anticoagulants Exercise caution when co-administering anticoagulants with fenofibric acid delayed-release capsules because of the potentiation of coumarin-type anticoagulant effects in prolonging the prothrombin time/International Normalized Ratio (PT/INR). (Fenofibric acid label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Fenoprofen label, Warnings and precautions)
Coumarin-type anticoagulants Prothrombin time may be increased in patients receiving concomitant fluconazole and coumarin-type anticoagulants. (Fluconazole label, Drug interactions)
Oral anticoagulants — decreased prothrombin time response. (Fludrocortisone label, Drug interactions)
Closely monitor patients receiving concomitant coumarin-derivative anticoagulants such as warfarin for INR or prothrombin time in order to adjust the anticoagulant dose accordingly [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. (Fluorouracil label, Warnings and precautions)
Altered anticoagulant effects, including increased bleeding, have been reported when SNRIs or SSRIs are coadministered with warfarin. (Fluoxetine label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Flurbiprofen label, Warnings and precautions)
Therefore close monitoring of prothrombin time is recommended and adjustment of the anticoagulant dose may be necessary when Eulexin ® capsules are administered concomitantly with warfarin. (Flutamide label, Drug interactions)
Thus patients receiving oral anticoagulants and Fluvoxamine Maleate Tablets should have their prothrombin time monitored and their anticoagulant dose adjusted accordingly. (Fluvoxamine label, Warnings and precautions)
…Corticosteroids, doxycycline, estrogens, furosemide, oral contraceptives, paroxetine, quinidine, rifampin, sertraline, theophylline, and vitamin D Drugs whose level is decreased by phenytoin Anticoagulants Apixaban, dabigatran, edoxaban, rivaroxaban Antiepileptic drugs The effect of phenytoin on phenobarbital, valproic acid and sodium valproate serum levels is unpredictable. (Fosphenytoin label, Drug interactions)
Risk of Bleeding: Use with caution in patients with bleeding diatheses, thrombocytopenia, or anticoagulant use. (Fulvestrant label, Warnings and precautions)
Concomitant Anticoagulants – Caution should be exercised when warfarin is given in conjunction with LOPID. (Gemfibrozil label, Warnings)
Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines. (NCCIH, Ginkgo)
- GlucagonModerate
Warfarin Clincial Impact: GVOKE and GVOKE Vial Dx may increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. (Glucagon label, Drug interactions)
Griseofulvin decreases the activity of warfarin-type anticoagulants, so that patients receiving these drugs concomitantly may require dosage adjustment of the anticoagulant during and after griseofulvin therapy. (Griseofulvin label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Hydrocodone and ibuprofen label, Warnings)
Intervention: Monitor coagulation indices in patients receiving ALKINDI SPRINKLE and concomitant warfarin to maintain the desired anticoagulant effect. (Hydrocortisone label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Ibuprofen label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Ibuprofen and famotidine label, Warnings and precautions)
Increased Bleeding Risk with Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents: Some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. (Icosapent ethyl label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Indomethacin label, Warnings and precautions)
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Drugs rivaroxaban cilostazol, coumarins, dabigatran Cilostazol: Concomitant administration of single doses of cilostazol 100 mg and ketoconazole 400 mg approximately doubled cilostazol concentrations and altered (increase/decrease) the concentrations of the active metabolites of cilostazol. (Ketoconazole label, Drug interactions)
Patients receiving Ketoprofen Capsules, USP who may be adversely affected by alterations in platelet function, such as those with coagulation disorders or patients receiving anticoagulants, should be carefully monitored. (Ketoprofen label, Warnings and precautions)
In addition to past history of ulcer disease, other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Ketorolac label, Warnings and precautions)
- LenalidomideModerate
A significantly increased risk of DVT (7.4%) and of PE (3.7%) occurred in patients with MM after at least one prior therapy who were treated with REVLIMID and dexamethasone therapy compared to patients treated in the placebo and dexamethasone group (3.1% and 0.9%) in clinical trials with varying use of anticoagulant therapies. (Lenalidomide label, Warnings and precautions)
Increased Risk of Bleeding : Concomitant use of NSAIDs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.5 ). (Levomilnacipran label, Warnings and precautions)
…Skyla with caution after careful assessment if any of the following conditions exist, and consider removal of the system if any of them arise during use: • Coagulopathy or use of anticoagulants • Migraine, focal migraine with asymmetrical visual loss or other symptoms indicating transient cerebral ischemia • Exceptionally severe headache • Marked increase of… (Levonorgestrel label, Warnings and precautions)
Oral Anticoagulants Levothyroxine increases the response to oral anticoagulant therapy. (Levothyroxine label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions Oral Anticoagulants — Thyroid hormones appear to increase catabolism of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. (Levothyroxine and liothyronine label, Drug interactions)
Oral Anticoagulants Liothyronine sodium increases the response to oral anticoagulant therapy. (Liothyronine label, Drug interactions)
Also, bleeding and/or increased prothrombin time have been reported in a few patients taking coumarin anticoagulants concomitantly with lovastatin. (Lovastatin label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy, concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, anti-platelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Mefenamic acid label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Meloxicam label, Warnings and precautions)
Warfarin : Mercaptopurine tablets may decrease the anticoagulant effect. (Mercaptopurine label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral): Due to potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by methimazole, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. β-adrenergic blocking agents: Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers… (Methimazole label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, coagulation indices should be monitored frequently to maintain the desired anticoagulant effect. (Methylprednisolone label, Drug interactions)
DRUG INTERACTIONS Anticoagulants: C-17 substituted derivatives of testosterone, such as methandrostenolone, have been reported to decrease the anticoagulant requirements of patients receiving oral anticoagulants. (Methyltestosterone label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants Metolazone, as well as other thiazide-like diuretics, may affect the hypoprothrombinemic response to anticoagulants; dosage adjustments may be necessary. (Metolazone label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin and Other Oral Anticoagulants : LIKMEZ can potentiate the anticoagulant effect. (Metronidazole label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin: Miconazole may enhance anticoagulant effect. (Miconazole label, Drug interactions)
Mifepristone should be used with caution in women who have hemorrhagic disorders or are receiving concurrent anticoagulant therapy. (Mifepristone label, Warnings and precautions)
Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), warfarin, and other anticoagulants may add to this risk. (Milnacipran label, Warnings and precautions)
Patients who are on anticoagulant therapy may require downward adjustment of their anticoagulant dosage. (Minocycline label, Drug interactions)
Interacting Drug Interaction Warfarin Anticoagulant effect of warfarin may be enhanced. (Moxifloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Nabumetone label, Warnings)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Naproxen label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Naproxen and esomeprazole label, Warnings and precautions)
Oral neomycin sulfate may enhance the effect of coumarin in anticoagulants by decreasing vitamin K availability. (Neomycin label, Drug interactions)
- NiacinModerate
Caution should be observed when niacin extended-release tablets are administered concomitantly with anticoagulants; platelet counts should be monitored closely in such patients. (Niacin label, Warnings and precautions)
Antithrombotics Coumarins: There have been rare reports of increased prothrombin time in patients taking coumarin anticoagulants to whom nifedipine was administered. (Nifedipine label, Drug interactions)
- NintedanibModerate
Anticoagulants Nintedanib is a VEGFR inhibitor and may increase the risk of bleeding. (Nintedanib label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin Some quinolones have been reported to enhance the effects of the oral anticoagulant warfarin or its derivatives. (Ofloxacin label, Drug interactions)
Altered anticoagulant effects, including increased bleeding, have been reported when SNRIs or SSRIs are coadministered with warfarin [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.16 )] . (Olanzapine and fluoxetine label, Drug interactions)
Patients taking omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules and an anticoagulant or other drug affecting coagulation (e.g., anti-platelet agents) should be monitored periodically. (Omega-3-acid ethyl esters label, Drug interactions)
- OrlistatModerate
Anticoagulants including Warfarin Vitamin K absorption may be decreased with ORLISTAT. (Orlistat label, Drug interactions)
- OxaliplatinModerate
Hemorrhage : Increase frequency of monitoring in patients who are receiving oxaliplatin injection with fluorouracil/leucovorin and oral anticoagulants (5.9) (Oxaliplatin label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Oxaprozin label, Warnings and precautions)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulant drugs may increase risk. (Paroxetine label, Warnings and precautions)
DRUG INTERACTIONS Bleeding has been reported in patients treated with pentoxifylline extended-release tablets with or without concomitant NSAIDs, anticoagulants, or platelet aggregation inhibitors. (Pentoxifylline label, Drug interactions)
Phenobarbital may decrease the effect of anticoagulants, and necessitate larger doses of the anticoagulant for optimal effect. (Phenobarbital, hyoscyamine, atropine, and scopolamine label, Warnings)
…Corticosteroids, doxycycline, estrogens, furosemide, oral contraceptives, paroxetine, quinidine, rifampin, sertraline, theophylline, and vitamin D Drugs whose level is decreased by phenytoin Anticoagulants Apixaban, dabigatran, edoxaban, rivaroxaban Antiepileptic drugs The effect of phenytoin on phenobarbital, valproic acid and sodium valproate serum levels is unpredictable. (Phenytoin label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants Phytonadione injectable emulsion may induce temporary resistance to prothrombin-depressing anticoagulants, especially when larger doses of phytonadione injectable emulsion are used. (Phytonadione (vitamin K1) label, Drug interactions)
Monitor coagulation parameters in patients receiving Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection and Sodium Chloride Injection and heparin or oral anticoagulants. (Piperacillin and tazobactam label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk of GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin), anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Piroxicam label, Warnings and precautions)
- PomalidomideModerate
In Trial 2, where anticoagulant therapies were mandated, thromboembolic events occurred in 8.0% of patients treated with POMALYST and low dose-dexamethasone (Low-dose Dex), and 3.3% of patients treated with high-dose dexamethasone. (Pomalidomide label, Warnings and precautions)
Medications that increase the risk of bleeding (e.g., oral anticoagulants, chronic use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [NSAIDs], and fibrinolytic agents). (Prasugrel label, Warnings and precautions)
Therefore, coagulation indices should be monitored frequently to maintain the desired anticoagulant effect. (Prednisolone label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulant agents: May enhance or diminish anticoagulant effects. (Prednisone label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions Anticoagulants (oral) : Due to the potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by propylthiouracil, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures. (Propylthiouracil label, Drug interactions)
The anticoagulant effect of a single dose of warfarin (measured by prothrombin time) was not significantly changed by quinapril coadministration twice-daily. (Quinapril label, Drug interactions)
By a mechanism that is not understood, quinidine potentiates the anticoagulatory action of warfarin , and the anticoagulant dosage may need to be reduced. (Quinidine label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin and oral anticoagulants Cinchona alkaloids, including quinine, may have the potential to depress hepatic enzyme synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation pathway proteins and may enhance the action of warfarin and other oral anticoagulants. (Quinine label, Drug interactions)
…Within Class Antiarrhythmics Disopyramide, mexiletine, quinidine, tocainide Antibiotics Chloramphenicol, clarithromycin, dapsone, doxycycline; Fluoroquinolones (such as ciprofloxacin) Oral Anticoagulants Warfarin Anticonvulsants Phenytoin Antimalarials Quinine Azole Antifungals Fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole Antipsychotics Haloperidol Barbiturates Phenobarbital… (Rifapentine label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Salsalate label, Warnings)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.3 ) (Sertraline label, Warnings and precautions)
Coumarin Anticoagulants: Obtain INR before ZOCOR initiation and monitor INR during ZOCOR dosage initiation or adjustment. (Simvastatin label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants: dabigatran etexilate ↑ dabigatran Clinical monitoring of dabigatran is recommended when coadministered with VOSEVI. (Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir label, Drug interactions)
Drug Interactions Administration of a sulfonamide may increase the effect of oral anticoagulants and methotrexate, probably by displacement of these drugs from binding sites on plasma albumin. (Sulfadiazine label, Drug interactions)
It has been reported that sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim may prolong the prothrombin time in patients who are receiving the anticoagulant warfarin. (Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim label, Drug interactions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Sulindac label, Warnings)
Other factors that increase the risk for gastrointestinal bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include longer duration of NSAID therapy; concomitant use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs); smoking; use of alcohol; older age; and poor general health status. (Sumatriptan and naproxen label, Warnings and precautions)
- TenecteplaseModerate
…hemorrhagic ophthalmic conditions Septic thrombophlebitis or occluded AV cannula at seriously infected site Advanced age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5) ] Patients currently receiving anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin sodium) Any other condition in which bleeding constitutes a significant hazard or would be particularly difficult to manage because of its location. (Tenecteplase label, Warnings and precautions)
Frequent monitoring of INR and prothrombin time may be necessary in patients taking anticoagulants, especially at the initiation and termination of androgen therapy. (Testosterone label, Drug interactions)
Because the tetracyclines have been shown to depress plasma prothrombin activity, patients who are on anticoagulant therapy may require downward adjustment of their anticoagulant dosage. (Tetracycline label, Drug interactions)
The following drug interactions were reported for metronidazole, a chemically-related nitroimidazole and may therefore occur with tinidazole: Warfarin and other oral coumarin anticoagulants: Anticoagulant dosage may need adjustment during and up to 8 days after tinidazole therapy ( 7.1 ) (Tinidazole label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant use of fibrinolytics, anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs increases the risk of bleeding. (Tirofiban label, Warnings and precautions)
Other factors that increase the risk for GI bleeding in patients treated with NSAIDs include concomitant use of oral corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer duration of NSAID therapy, smoking, use of alcohol, older age, and poor general health status. (Tolmetin label, Warnings)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.5 ). (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)
Therefore, coagulation indices should be monitored frequently to maintain the desired anticoagulant effect. (Triamcinolone label, Drug interactions)
The effect of oral anticoagulants may be decreased when used concurrently with hydrochlorothiazide; dosage adjustments may be necessary. (Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)
The therapeutic relevance of this is unknown; however, coagulation tests should be monitored if valproate therapy is instituted in patients taking anticoagulants. (Valproic acid label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant use of aspirin, Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), warfarin, and other anticoagulants may add to this risk. (Venlafaxine label, Warnings and precautions)
Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin, and other anticoagulants may increase this risk ( 5.3 ) (Vilazodone label, Warnings and precautions)
Vitamin E can inhibit platelet aggregation and vitamin K-dependent clotting, increasing bleeding risk with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin E)
Warfarin (CYP2C9 Inhibition) Other Oral Coumarin Anticoagulants (CYP2C9/3A4 Inhibition) Prothrombin Time Significantly Increased Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro for other Oral Coumarin Anticoagulants, but Drug Plasma Exposure Likely to be Increased If patients receiving coumarin preparations are treated simultaneously with voriconazole, the prothrombin time or… (Voriconazole label, Drug interactions)
Concomitant use of aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), warfarin, and other anticoagulants may add to this risk. (Vortioxetine label, Warnings and precautions)
In clinical trials in patients undergoing PCI/ percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), coadministration of bivalirudin with heparin, warfarin, thrombolytics, or GPIs was associated with increased risks of major bleeding events compared to patients not receiving these concomitant medications. (Bivalirudin label, Drug interactions)
Patients on oral warfarin anticoagulant therapy and zafirlukast should have their prothrombin times monitored closely and anticoagulant dose adjusted accordingly (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions ). (Zafirlukast label, Warnings)
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Use with Warfarin: IMURAN may inhibit the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. (Azathioprine label, Drug interactions)
Interaction studies with warfarin and acenocoumarol have failed to identify any clinically important effects of benazepril on the serum concentrations or clinical effects of these anticoagulants. (Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants: Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) rivaroxaban dabigatran edoxaban ↑ DOAC Refer to the DOAC prescribing information for concomitant administration with moderate CYP3A inhibitors and/or P-gp inhibitors. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)
Oral Anticoagulants Although clinical studies have not established a cause and effect relationship, physicians should be aware that variable effects on blood coagulation have been reported very rarely in patients receiving oral anticoagulants and chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride, a component of Librax. (Chlordiazepoxide and clidinium label, Drug interactions)
Chlorpromazine diminishes the effect of oral anticoagulants. (Chlorpromazine label, Precautions)
More patients experienced clinically significant INR elevations (≥5) usually within 1 week after starting dronedarone versus placebo in patients taking oral anticoagulants in ATHENA. (Dronedarone label, Drug interactions)
Omega-3 supplements may mildly prolong bleeding time; the combination with anticoagulants such as warfarin warrants monitoring, though clinically significant bleeding has not been consistently shown. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Omega-3 Fatty Acids)
Consequently, interactions with other drugs which are highly protein bound (e.g., anticoagulants ) would not be expected. (Flecainide label, Drug interactions)
In a pharmacokinetic interaction study with warfarin, bioavailability parameters, the degree of protein binding, and the anticoagulant effect (measured by prothrombin time) of warfarin were not significantly changed. (Fosinopril label, Drug interactions)
Interaction studies with warfarin have failed to identify any clinically important effects of fosinopril on the serum concentration or clinical effects of the anticoagulant. (Fosinopril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)
Garlic supplements may increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants such as warfarin. (NCCIH, Garlic)
Anticoagulants: Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) rivaroxaban dabigatran edoxaban ↑ DOAC Refer to the DOAC prescribing information for concomitant administration with moderate CYP3A inhibitors and/or P-gp inhibitors. (Lenacapavir label, Drug interactions)
Nevertheless, the effects of mefloquine on travelers receiving concomitant medications, particularly diabetics or patients using anticoagulants, should be checked before departure. (Mefloquine label, Drug interactions)
Barbiturates may influence the metabolism of other concomitantly used drugs, such as phenytoin, halothane, anticoagulants, corticosteroids, ethyl alcohol, and propylene glycol-containing solutions. (Methohexital label, Drug interactions)
In a large compassionate use program mexiletine has been used concurrently with commonly employed antianginal, antihypertensive, and anticoagulant drugs without observed interactions. (Mexiletine label, Drug interactions)
Oral Anticoagulants: Interaction studies with warfarin failed to identify any clinically important effect on the serum concentrations of the anticoagulant or on its anticoagulant effect. (Moexipril label, Drug interactions)
Phenothiazines can diminish the effect of oral anticoagulants. (Prochlorperazine label, Precautions)
The anticoagulant effect of warfarin was not significantly changed by trandolapril. (Trandolapril label, Drug interactions)
Phenothiazines may diminish the effect of oral anticoagulants. (Trifluoperazine label, Precautions)
No significant interaction reported (4)
Investigations into the effect of acitretin on the protein binding of anticoagulants of the coumarin type (warfarin) revealed no interaction. (Acitretin label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin In a study conducted in 16 male volunteers, anastrozole did not alter the exposure (as measured by C max and AUC) and anticoagulant activity (as measured by prothrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time, and thrombin time) of both R- and S-warfarin. (Anastrozole label, Drug interactions)
Anticoagulants Interaction studies in humans have shown bumetanide to have no effect on warfarin metabolism or on plasma prothrombin activity. (Bumetanide label, Drug interactions)
Warfarin A clinical study has shown that fesoterodine 8 mg once daily has no significant effect on the pharmacokinetics or the anticoagulant activity (PT/INR) of warfarin 25 mg. (Fesoterodine label, Drug interactions)
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